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Antibiotics

Antibiotics can feel like nothing short of wonder-drugs when you have a bacterial infection, but they come with some qualifications. Learn when to take them, when not to, and potential side effects.

A hand holding an antibiotic capsule: What is a Z-pak?

What is a Z-Pak?

A Z-Pak is a series of azithromycin doses commonly prescribed for bacterial infections such as sinus or urinary infections, bronchitis, or tonsillitis
Updated on Jan. 15, 2025
a spoon with antibiotics and a spoon with probiotics - can you take probiotics with antibiotics

Taking probiotics with antibiotics

Antibiotics play a critical role in treating infections, but they may cause nasty stomach side effects, too
Updated on Jan. 14, 2025
Two white oval tablets with "vs." between them: Ciprofloxacin vs amoxicillin

Ciprofloxacin vs. amoxicillin: Differences, similarities & ...

Learn why your healthcare provider may prescribe one antibiotic over the other
Jan. 13, 2025

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A prescription bottle with an exclamation mark on it: Can you have a delayed allergic reaction to amoxicillin?
Drug Info

Can you have a delayed allergic reaction to amoxicillin?

Hives and skin rashes may not appear right away if you’re allergic to amoxicillin
Jan. 10, 2025
A prescription pad and various pills: Can you take Dayquil with amoxicillin?
Drug Info

Can you take DayQuil with amoxicillin?

DayQuil may be able to relieve symptoms of certain infections amoxicillin is prescribed for
Jan. 7, 2025
Pills representing Benadryl and amoxicillin?
Drug Info

Can you take Benadryl with amoxicillin?

Explore when to use Benadryl and amoxicillin together and how to manage side effects for optimal health outcomes.
Updated on Jan. 2, 2025
A prescription pad and bottle of pills: How long does amoxicillin take to work for tooth infections?
Drug Info

How long does amoxicillin take to work for tooth infections?

If your dentist prescribes this antibiotic, the infection should start to clear up within the first few days of taking it
Dec. 27, 2024
Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Amoxicillin interactions
Drug Info

Amoxicillin interactions to avoid

Amoxicillin interacts with anticoagulants, antigout medications, and antibacterials
Oct. 30, 2023
A palm holding a few pills: Can you take ciprofloxacin and metronidazole together
Drug Info

Can you take ciprofloxacin and metronidazole together?

Why your healthcare provider may prescribe these two drugs together and what you should know about interactions and side effects
Dec. 10, 2024
Weights and pills represent working out on antibiotics
Drug Info

Do exercise and antibiotics mix?

In most cases, working out while you’re on antibiotic medications is safe, but there is one that can increase your risk of injury.
Updated on Aug. 31, 2023
Yogurt and pills symbolize yeast infection from antibiotics
Health Education

Preventing antibiotic-related yeast infections

These tips can help avoid this unpleasant side effect of treating a bacterial infection
Updated on Aug. 14, 2024
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